A Hello, Goodbye Story Time for the New Year and Beyond

  Today I’d like to share a book about goodbyes and hellos, endings and beginnings.  Goodbye, Friend! Hello, Friend!  by Cori Doerrfeld is primarily about a friendship, which begins with a “hello” and continues through lots of experiences, including a sad “goodbye.” But it’s also about enjoying different, sometimes new experiences while they last. I found this story very relatable, as my inner child read it thinking of all of the hellos and goodbyes from my own childhood as a military brat.  Continue reading for more about this book and some story time ideas to pair with this charming story. Plus some more books featuring hellos and goodbyes!

Booksgiving: Books to celebrate giving and gratitude

In the U.S., Thanksgiving is just around the corner. It’s a time to take stock of all the blessings in your life and express thanks and, for a lot of people, to give a little something back. In our book list today, we’re featuring books that celebrate not just gratitude, but also giving and sharing in your community. We hope these books encourage you to reach out to family, neighbors, and strangers in the coming weeks (and throughout the year).

Check out the list (with discussion and activity ideas)!

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